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Published AAO appeal decisions
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2005-2026
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Aug 31, 2026
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- EB-1AArts, design, architectureNov 2025Dismissed
Model self-petitioner claimed four criteria; SCOPS found none met. AAO analyzed published material and commercial success, rejecting both; declined to reach remaining criteria as threshold three criteria not satisfied.
0 of 4 criteria metRead → - EB-1AArts, design, architectureMay 2025Dismissed
A singer-composer self-petitioned for EB-1A. Demonstrated two criteria: lesser awards and exhibition display. Failed to establish three required criteria. AAO affirmed denial because the evidentiary threshold was not met, reserving final merits analysis.
2 of 5 criteria metRead → - EB-1AArts, design, architectureFeb 2025Remanded
Architect and urban designer claimed extraordinary ability under EB-1A. AAO found three qualifying criteria met (judging, scholarly articles, high salary) and remanded for final merits analysis of whether petitioner demonstrates sustained acclaim among top of field.
3 of 4 criteria metRead →